U S Gypsum Reservoir Dam
New York — Genesee County — TR-ORCHID CREEK
Location
| State | New York |
| County | Genesee |
| River | TR-ORCHID CREEK |
| Coordinates | 43.06028, -78.29222 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 20 ft |
| Dam Height | 20 ft |
| Dam Length | 4,400 ft |
| NID Storage | 247 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 247 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 45 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Significant |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | March 30, 2023 |
| Inspection Frequency | 4 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1927 |
| Primary Purpose | Irrigation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Owner | UNITED STATES GYPSUM COMPANY |
Location Map
About This Dam Record
Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.